Libyan market beckons for Middle East integrator

Storage and communications solution provider Pro Technology is branching out to open an office in Tripoli. The move signals its entrance into the Libyan market, where it will offer consumers and enterprises access to a number of leading brands.

Storage and communications solutions provider Pro Technology is branching out to open an office in Tripoli. The move signals its entrance into the Libyan market, where it will offer consumers and enterprises access to a number of leading brands. The UAE-based integrator plans to stock Apple products, Dicota mobile computing kit and HP printing equipment in its retail showroom, as well as a bevy of technology solutions designed for corporate customers. This will include wireless networking, data storage, content management and security products from vendors such as Storageflex, Symantec and Trapeze. Jamal Maraqa, managing director at Pro Technology, said: “In line with our corporate objectives for 2007, we are entering the Libyan market, which is witnessing a remarkable growth in ICT industry with a larger number of home consumers and enterprises using computers and the internet for information and business transactions.” He added: “With our comprehensive communication and IT offerings, we are in the best position to answer the demands of this emerging market.” Pro Technology’s arrival in Libya coincides with the TAQNYA 2007 ICT exhibition being held in Tripoli during the course of next week. The company intends to showcase its full range of networking and storage solutions at the five-day show. “As an influential event in the Libyan ICT industry, TAQNYA 2007 is a powerful platform for us to highlight our revolutionary product portfolio as well as boost our recent expansion into the Libyan market,” said Adel Shetaw, managing director of Pro Technology’s new Libyan branch. Shetaw continued: “A prime audience from the business sectors and other service providers gather during this main event, and we expect to establish important contacts in order to forward our goals.” In addition to Libya, Pro Technology also boasts points of presence in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Sudan and Iran.